Prairie Dirt Classic
Fairbury Speedway | Fairbury, Illinois
Feature Results
| Pos. | No. | Driver | Laps | Money |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 00 | Ethan Dotson | 20 | $500 |
| 2 | 32 | Mason Duncan | 20 | $250 |
| 3 | 24Z | Zeke McKenzie | 20 | $175 |
| 4 | 22 | Josh Harris | 20 | $150 |
| 5 | 8K | Levi Kissinger | 20 | $100 |
| 6 | 77 | Ray Bollinger | 20 | $100 |
| 7 | 63 | Dustin King | 20 | $100 |
| 8 | 8L | Jimmy Lennex | 20 | $100 |
| 9 | 12 | Skylar Marlar | 20 | $100 |
| 10 | 1 | Nash Hilmes | 20 | $100 |
| 11 | 82 | Dalton Lane | 13 | $100 |
| 12 | 71T | Troy Ricketts | 12 | $100 |
| 13 | 28M | Frank Marshall | 11 | $100 |
| 14 | 18L | Michael Long | 6 | $100 |
| 15 | 96M | Mike McKinney | 1 | $100 |
| 16 | 5S | Owen Steinkoenig | 0 | $100 |
Race Recap
PDC NIGHT 1: Dotson, Young, Harrison, Ledford Score Showdown Wins During Opening Night
The DIRTcar Summit Racing Equipment Modified Nationals opened the 33rd Prairie Dirt Classic with four edge-of-your seat Showdown Features.
Sixty-three of the best Modified drivers gathered at Fairbury Speedway Friday night to set the stage for the Series’ 2023 season finale on Saturday.
Mike Harrison took the early advantage in the night, scoring overall Quick Time. He and the rest of the field were then split into four 20-lap, $500-to-win, Showdown Features. The top four from each transferred to Saturday’s 40-lap, $5,000-to-win, Feature, and the top two go to the redraw.
Event Info
Prairie Dirt Classic
Friday, July 28th to Saturday, July 29th
Fairbury Speedway
600 South Third Street
Fairbury, Illinois 61739
Event Description
The highly anticipated Prairie Dirt Classic returns to the schedule in 2023, again paying $50,000-to-win. Some of the best drivers in Late Model racing will make the trek to Central Illinois to try to win one of the most prestigious races of the season.
This event also caps off the Summit Modified Nationals Hell Tour with $500 features on Friday and $5,000-to-win on Saturday, followed by the crowning of a champion.
The highly anticipated Prairie Dirt Classic returns to the schedule in 2023, again paying $50,000-to-win. Some of the best drivers in Late Model racing will make the trek to Central Illinois to try to win one of the most prestigious races of the season.
This event also caps off the Summit Modified Nationals Hell Tour with $500 features on Friday and $5,000-to-win on Saturday, followed by the crowning of a champion.
Series Racing
Summit Modified Nationals
Summit Modified Nationals
Event Schedule
2PM Pit Gates open
5PM Grandstand Gates open
6:30PM Hot Laps/Qualifying
7:30PM Opening Ceremonies
Overflow Camping: Opens at 11 a.m., Wednesday July 26th, 2023.
Reserved Camping: Opens at 1 p.m., Wednesday July 26th, 2023.
Tent Camping: Opens at 3 p.m., Wednesday July 26th, 2023.
With limited space to maneuver around the grounds, ALL campers must be parked in their spots by 2 p.m. on
Friday July 29th. Any questions can be directed to the track at InfoAtFALS@gmail.com.
For more information visit fairburyspeedway.com
2PM Pit Gates open
5PM Grandstand Gates open
6:30PM Hot Laps/Qualifying
7:30PM Opening Ceremonies
Overflow Camping: Opens at 11 a.m., Wednesday July 26th, 2023.
Reserved Camping: Opens at 1 p.m., Wednesday July 26th, 2023.
Tent Camping: Opens at 3 p.m., Wednesday July 26th, 2023.
With limited space to maneuver around the grounds, ALL campers must be parked in their spots by 2 p.m. on
Friday July 29th. Any questions can be directed to the track at InfoAtFALS@gmail.com.
For more information visit fairburyspeedway.com
Event Hashtag
#PDC2023
#PDC2023
Track Info
Track Phone
(815) 692-3222
(815) 692-3222
Track Size
0.25
0.25
Track Type
Semi-banked
Semi-banked
Grandstand Type
Bleachers - No backs
Bleachers - No backs
Seating Policy
Stadium seats are not allowed
Stadium seats are not allowed
Handicapped Seating Location
In front of main covered grandstands on front stretch and a few select handicap spots on the first row of bleachers. Please email Infoatfals@gmail.com to request accessible seating at least one week in advance.
In front of main covered grandstands on front stretch and a few select handicap spots on the first row of bleachers. Please email Infoatfals@gmail.com to request accessible seating at least one week in advance.
Handicapped Parking Location
Near the main front grandstands
Near the main front grandstands
Parking Cost
Free
Free
Does Fairbury Speedway Have ATMs?
1
1
Alcohol Policy
Alcohol is available to purchase at the track. Only FALS purchased cans and alcohol allowed in the bleachers or grandstands. Alcohol is prohibited in the pit area until the races are over for the evening.
Alcohol is available to purchase at the track. Only FALS purchased cans and alcohol allowed in the bleachers or grandstands. Alcohol is prohibited in the pit area until the races are over for the evening.
Cooler Policy
They are allowed on the grounds, but NOT in the bleachers or grandstands.
They are allowed on the grounds, but NOT in the bleachers or grandstands.
Smoking Policy
No smoking or vaping in the bleachers or grandstands at any time.
No smoking or vaping in the bleachers or grandstands at any time.
Closest Airport
Bloomington, IL (BMI / KBMI) Central Illinois Regional Airport at Bloomington-Normal
Bloomington, IL (BMI / KBMI) Central Illinois Regional Airport at Bloomington-Normal
Track Map
| Pos. | No. | Driver | Laps | Money |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 00 | Ethan Dotson | 20 | $500 |
| 2 | 32 | Mason Duncan | 20 | $250 |
| 3 | 24Z | Zeke McKenzie | 20 | $175 |
| 4 | 22 | Josh Harris | 20 | $150 |
| 5 | 8K | Levi Kissinger | 20 | $100 |
| 6 | 77 | Ray Bollinger | 20 | $100 |
| 7 | 63 | Dustin King | 20 | $100 |
| 8 | 8L | Jimmy Lennex | 20 | $100 |
| 9 | 12 | Skylar Marlar | 20 | $100 |
| 10 | 1 | Nash Hilmes | 20 | $100 |
| 11 | 82 | Dalton Lane | 13 | $100 |
| 12 | 71T | Troy Ricketts | 12 | $100 |
| 13 | 28M | Frank Marshall | 11 | $100 |
| 14 | 18L | Michael Long | 6 | $100 |
| 15 | 96M | Mike McKinney | 1 | $100 |
| 16 | 5S | Owen Steinkoenig | 0 | $100 |
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